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Monday, November 24, 2014

Pumpkin Pie Truffles: Pumpkin Truffles

Socola Pumpkin Burnt Caramel Truffles

With Thanksgiving coming up this week, I thought I'd post about Pumpkin Pie Truffles for the Thanksgiving feast or as a hostess gift (how retro is that?) or for yourself. Luckily you have the choice of buying them or making them. They're easy to make, but I am also quite fond of See's Candies Pumpkin Pie Truffle. Other Pumpkin Truffles are delicate with a combination of burnt caramel (Socola Chocolates Pumpkin Burnt Caramel Chocolate Truffles) or smooth 'unrobed' Pumpkin Spice Milk Chocolate Truffles from Neo Cocoa. Check out your local chocolatier for seasonal Pumpkin Truffles or scroll down for some favorites at the end of this post. Get your order in before they run out.

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I always have 'natural' pumpkin in the cupboard. Besides using it
for pies, truffles and cakes, it's great for doggie upset stomachs. I
also have Libby's pumpkin puree because I grew up with it, and sometimes
it's just what I want. I'm not much for making my own pumpkin puree.

Truffles are simple to make. The following recipe is from FoodNetwork for Easy Pumpkin Truffles. They are just that--easy and delicious. But in case you want to experiment, I've added links to other Pumpkin Truffle and Pumpkin Pie Truffle recipes.

Directions
In medium saucepan over low heat, combine pumpkin, brown sugar and
spices. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until mixture reduces by half and
pumpkin looks dry. Set aside.
In medium saucepan over high heat, add cream. When cream boils, take off heat.
In heatproof medium bowl, add chocolate and hot cream. Let mixture
sit for minute, then slowly begin to stir, starting in center of
bowl and working outwards.
Once chocolate and cream are evenly mixed, add pumpkin mixture and whisk to combine.Add butter and liqueur, if using.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled.
On parchment lined cookie sheet, scoop mixture into small balls using melon baller.
Place in refrigerator for 1 hour, or until chilled.
Remove truffles from refrigerator and dip each in melted chocolate.
Roll in cocoa powder and serve.